Honolulu Skyline Rail: CCGS Construction Begins – 2030 Target

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Introduction

The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) commenced construction of the City Center Guideway and Stations (CCGS) segment of the Skyline rail project, holding a groundbreaking ceremony at the future site of Ka‘ākaukukui (Civic Center) Station in Kaka‘ako.

Project Commencement

The event saw the participation of Mayor Rick Blangiardi, members of his administration, HART leadership, city councillors, state legislators, and representatives of Tutor Perini Corporation. The ceremony included a traditional Hawaiian blessing conducted by Kahu Kordell Kekoa.

Mayor Blangiardi highlighted the significance of the milestone for the island’s future.

Scope of the CCGS Phase

The CCGS phase will extend the Skyline rail line into central Honolulu, incorporating six new stations and approximately three miles of elevated guideway. The segment begins at the Kahauiki (Middle Street Transit Center) Station and will conclude at Ka‘ākaukukui (Civic Center) Station, situated near Halekauwila Street and South Street.

HART Leadership Remarks

HART Executive Director and CEO Lori Kahikina expressed optimism for the project’s progression.

“Mahalo to all of our partners and HART staff who have worked so hard to make this project possible. We’ve got to this point through cooperation and perseverance, and we will use that same approach to overcome the challenges that lay ahead to deliver this project within budget and on schedule, for the taxpayers of Honolulu. I couldn’t be more excited to put shovel to ground on this next phase of the Honolulu rail project, a critical step toward bringing Skyline further into urban Honolulu.”

Timeline and Operational Details

Construction of the CCGS is projected to be completed by 2030.

The initial stage involves drilling shafts for the guideway support columns, commencing in the Iwilei area. Work will be conducted from Monday to Friday, and on Saturdays as needed, between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

To ensure public safety, road closures will be implemented at various points along the route, including Kalihi, Iwilei, Downtown, Chinatown and Kakaʻako.

Conclusion

The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) has started construction of the City Center Guideway and Stations (CCGS) segment of the Skyline rail project. The CCGS phase will add six new stations and approximately three miles of elevated guideway, with anticipated completion by 2030. Road closures will be in effect.

Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART)

The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation (HART) is the organization responsible for the Skyline rail project.

Tutor Perini Corporation

Tutor Perini Corporation is the contractor for the Skyline rail project.

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